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A recent news story has placed the spotlight on conservatory insurance, and serves as a good reminder of its importance. Gloucestershire couple Richard and Nicola Burge’s battle with their local council ended up in court after they were not allowed to cut down a 40-foot tree which ended up damaging their conservatory. The Burges had…
DetailsAs energy bills rise year after year, it’s never been more important to have a thermally efficient home. When it comes to conservatories, or things like replacement roofs for them, a careful design is needed so that heat isn’t lost to the surrounding environment, and to maintain a comfortable temperature, whatever the time of year.…
DetailsThis month, the hottest day of the year so far was recorded in the UK on July 19, leaving the country sweltering. If you deal with the heat by heading out somewhere cooler, and can’t take your dog with you, it can be tempting to leave your much-loved pooch shut in the conservatory. And that…
DetailsIf you’re having a conservatory or orangery installed this summer, you’ll soon be delighted with the extra space and light in your home, not to mention the way you’ve improved its value. In the past, your choices in terms of design and style were pretty limited. These days, however, having a conservatory built can also…
DetailsWhatever your conservatory is being used for, the chances are you’ll want to enjoy it as often as possible, and that means all year round, whatever the weather. And while much of the discussion on conservatory temperature focuses on staying snug in winter months, you may also want to think about keeping your extension comfortably…
DetailsA survey of UK conservatory owners conducted by consumer group Which? found that the vast majority (89%) of respondents paid what they were originally quoted for their home improvement. The study was carried out nearly a year ago and surveyed almost 900 of the organisation’s members. More than half of respondents also said they would…
DetailsYou probably already know all about the various benefits of adding a conservatory to your home – your property increases in value and you get to enjoy extra space, flooded with natural light, without all the extra hassle and expense that moving house entails. What’s more, you’ll be able to enjoy the delights of your…
DetailsWe may not have just undergone the toughest winter ever, but it’s still good to feel spring arrive, and to know that carefree summer days should not be far behind. It’s an energising time of year that can lift your whole mood. Equally, it’s a great season for transforming your home, with spring cleaning and…
DetailsuPVC, or uplasticised polyvinyl chloride to give it its full name, is Britain’s most popular conservatory material, and it’s also widely used in replacement windows. Essentially, uPVC is plastic which hasn’t been softened using chemicals. And when you consider the benefits – it’s low-maintenance and durable in all weathers including a coastal climate, yet attractive…
DetailsIt’s one of those terms that’s been bandied around rather a lot in recent years. You may even have a vague memory that it was axed. But what is (or was) the so-called Conservatory Tax? And is it really something you don’t need to worry about any more? The short answer is no, you don’t…
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